The Best Budget PC Cases Ranked!

The Best Budget PC Cases Ranked! - Tier List

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Here is my ranking of the best and worst budget pc cases under $75-$80 you can purchase in 2023! Links to all featured PC cases are below ⬇
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The Best Budget PC Cases (in order of feature)
Phanteks G300A: amzn.to/3MjaLfp
Phanteks P200A: www.newegg.com/p/N82E16811854...
Lian Li 205M: www.microcenter.com/product/6...
Zalman Z1 Iceberg: amzn.to/41tGSgG
Zalman R2: amzn.to/41r3Kxa
Zalman Z3: amzn.to/3BheymU
Vetroo M03: amzn.to/3Mi9pBy
Gamdias Zeus (Apollo): amzn.to/3I1ARB3
Deepcool CH370: www.newegg.com/p/N82E16811853123
Silverstone Fara H1M: amzn.to/3BdYzGe
Bitfenix Nova Mesh mATX: amzn.to/3pBIg3i
Bitfenix Nova Mesh SE: amzn.to/3LWAx7w
Asus AP201: amzn.to/3I1BkDj
Cooler Master MB311L: amzn.to/42rzljK
Montech Air 100: amzn.to/3ptxJYe
NZXT H5 Flow: amzn.to/42Naruu
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Video chapters:
0:00 - The Best and Worst Budget PC Cases in 2023!
1:22 - Ad: CM V1100 & Hyper 212 Halo
2:33 - Phanteks G300A
4:07 - Phanteks G300A vs NZXT H5 Flow
5:02 - Phanteks P200A
5:40 - Lian Li 205M
6:41 - Zalman Z1 Iceberg
8:04 - Zalman R2
9:03 - Zalman Z3
9:26 - Vetroo M03
10:14 - Gamdias Zeus (Talos)
11:13 - Gamdias Zeus (Apollo)
12:18 - Deepcool CH370
13:42 - Deepcool Macube 110
14:13 - Deepcool Matrexx 40 3FS
15:00 - Silverstone Fara H1M
15:47 - Bitfenix Nova Mesh mATX
17:14 - Bitfenix Nova Mesh SE
18:23 - Gamemax mATX
19:28 - Asus AP201
21:30 - Bgears b-Voguish
22:38 - Cooler Master MB311L
23:36 - Cooler Master MB320L
24:00 - Cooler Master Q300L
24:52 - Montech Air 100
25:44 - Montech X3 Mesh
26:58 - Aresgame M1
27:47 - Aerocool Cylon
28:32 - Antec NX200M
29:31 - Antec NX410
30:29 - Thermaltake Versa H15
30:44 - Thermaltake Versa H17
30:54 - Thermaltake Versa H18
31:14 - Zalman T6
31:27 - NZXT H5 Flow
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#pccase #pccases #gamingpc

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@RichardMiller-td1bn Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this much needed video. Alot of great info in one spot. Im just beginning my pc build journey. Great channel to learn from while i go down the rabbit hole.

@bentlog02 Жыл бұрын

been thinking of upgrading my sister's and my own PC, especially my sister's PC case and boy did this video come at a right time! Great video can't wait for the next one!

@RichardMiller-td1bn Жыл бұрын

Man this video already helped. Just watched another build on different channel and immediately recognized the case as potential E-waste. Nice job. I will keep referring to this guide for sure.

@sherwin-williams7026 Жыл бұрын

If you live near a microcenter, you could also get the Montech X1 for 44.99 and is an ATX case that includes 4x120 (albeit ARGB) fans and is basically a cut down version of X3 Mesh. True, it's lightweight, but for the price, it provides tons of airflow on a tight budget.

@ShadowAviation Жыл бұрын

Awesome video dude! Keep it up! I just found this channel like 3 months ago an im loving it!

@blaketm1226 Жыл бұрын

same

@none_78s Жыл бұрын

I enjoyed watching your PC case ranking tier list video! Your insights and detailed explanations helped me to understand the different options available. I'm definitely going to consider buying one of the top-ranked cases you recommended, and I appreciate your guidance in helping me make that decision. Keep up the great work!

@gusmaiawork 9 ай бұрын

not a paid comment at all 🤣🤣

@none_78s 9 ай бұрын

its not. If you see it weird, thats because english isnt my first language

@mr.arocenastech Жыл бұрын

I just picked up that Bitfenix Nova MESH mATX case this week. Such good value! The case also has an ARGB Fan Hub/controller built into the case so you can cycle ARGB colours even if your motherboard doesn't have ARGB headers. The fans are also standard 3-pin ARGB instead of some weird propriety connector like Deepcool ARGB fans.

@101kickart Жыл бұрын

Did you keep the 3 fans or did you add/change them?

@mr.arocenastech Жыл бұрын

@@101kickart I kept them. The fans are like any other ARGB fan and in the mATX case the 3 fans are perfect as 2 intake and 1 exhaust. The pre-programmed modes aren't bad either.

@101kickart Жыл бұрын

@@mr.arocenastech perfect, also do you think a average gpu fits in?

@mr.arocenastech Жыл бұрын

@@101kickart The bitfenix website mentions the maximum gpu clearence. From what I remember it's between 300mm and 340mm so that covers almost all GPUs except for the 3080s/3090s/4080s/4090s with their monstrous heatsinks.

@draxxx_exe 11 ай бұрын

Yooo this thing looks amazing I’m about to order the white one rn, is it still working good for you ?

@DragunnitumGaming Жыл бұрын

Not gonna lie, that power supply in the ad segment looks pretty good!! 👀

@yanielrivera1585 Жыл бұрын

Great vid! I had the opportunity to build on the GAMDIAS Apollo E2 Elite and was plesantly surprised with the build experience and price. Only major gripe for me is how restrictive the front panel is. But for a budget case and build, it was really nice.

@nalinipravapanda6816 2 ай бұрын

What about the talos E3 mesh elite

@pincer2885 Жыл бұрын

Was looking for a good budget case, thanks man

@tech_stinky Жыл бұрын

Love the vid man! I am trying to find a good case and you just helped me out so much thx

@Nevermorepicker 8 ай бұрын

great list bro, really appreciate it as I'm pondering which case I should get.

@CrAzY32DiAbLo 10 ай бұрын

I swear each time I think about different PC things your videos pops up with such perfect and scary timing

@chadmcquade3075 Жыл бұрын

About time someone did a video like this. Great video

@alexc8287 Жыл бұрын

You've forgotten about the most popular choice, the Corsair 4000D Airflow

@Aeradom2000 11 ай бұрын

You know, I was thinking the same but it’s actually sitting at 95$, at least as of the time of this post

@TheF0xGamer1 11 ай бұрын

Oh in euro its around 200

@chronaii6625 11 ай бұрын

@@TheF0xGamer1its 95 euros where i am

@TheF0xGamer1 11 ай бұрын

@@chronaii6625 oh ok but for me it’s around 200

@TheF0xGamer1 11 ай бұрын

@c-peasy2448 for your fist pc I should go for an sharkoon case it’s good and cheap if you choose the right case of sharkoon of course

@brianrobinson3961 Жыл бұрын

Lian Li 205 M Mesh is great for the $$. Glad to see it near the top of the list. Really like the 2 big ARGB fans and small size.

@AI_Masterpiece_ 10 ай бұрын

Thanks a lot mate! Went with that G300A :)

@kakaka1k 6 ай бұрын

Great vid, this is exactly what I needed, I am currently hunting for a case

@K.C-2049 5 ай бұрын

I got myself a Lian Li Lancool 205 Mesh and I'm stoked about how affordable and pretty it is! it's not AS compact as the M, but it's still a bit smaller than most mid towers while still able to fit an ATX mobo if I want. I'm incredibly happy to hear its variations getting such good feedback, it looks like a banger

@Nnnevermore 17 күн бұрын

how is the experience of yours in 4 months with 205 mesh?

@K.C-2049 17 күн бұрын

@@Nnnevermore ummm honestly I made a custom mesh filter for my old Thermaltake case that's working so well I couldn't be bothered to move the components over lol

@Tithulta1 Жыл бұрын

Enjoyed this Thank you!

@OgMcFaded Жыл бұрын

Got the ap201. Very happy with the purchase.

@pegasus6725 Жыл бұрын

i love my phanteks g360a but i never knew about the 300a 4 preinstalled fans is amazing great video

@TypicalMage 11 ай бұрын

I think you're under valuing the Thermaltake Versa H18. Solid build quality, decent airflow, and a breeze to build in. For 50 dollars or less, that's pretty rare.

@Fortex631 Жыл бұрын

montech sky two is a great budget PC case. It has 4 argb fans pre-installed and a very sexy design with good airflow.

@Thavinka88 Жыл бұрын

I loved this series. especially with all the new updated stuff im making my new pc after june so this will help a lot. Can you please do a budget monitor tier list next pls

@ScatterVolt Жыл бұрын

I cannot lol

@creatocheetah6378 Жыл бұрын

Can we get more of these types of videos I really enjoyed this and I love every second of these types of video that list and have your opinions

@brandonleevellozo1534 7 ай бұрын

I bought my first pc a few months ago and I got lucky with the case/chassis. A Super Frame Elite for $61, coming with 3 ARGB fans and a supporter control for them. It's one of my favorite components.

@yelnatsu Жыл бұрын

great video🔥 i like the nx200m that I got but ofc those issues you mentioned hold me back some. that ch370 tho 🤔🤔

@sirsiver Жыл бұрын

I think that the case is the most durable item in your build so you should not mind a lot for the budget, even adding 20/30 euros can make a difference between a plastic case and a good one

@jesusvargas4702 Жыл бұрын

Nice vid bro! Can you do Power Supplies please, how reliable is the cult PSU tier list?

@Myster1970 Жыл бұрын

Enjoyed the tier list as always. There were some pretty interesting inexpensive cases in there that I hadn't considered before. Are you going to do a list of cases for the next step up in price (say... $90 to $150 or so)?

@ScatterVolt Жыл бұрын

You really can’t go wrong with a pc case over $80 so there isn’t a need to

@IceJoolsstuff Жыл бұрын

the nova mesh reminds me of the Kolink citadel mesh, it's about the same price and also has basically the same amount of features. i would definitely want to see where it would end up on the list as it seems quite competetive in terms of what you get for the price

@tablameister Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. I would like to see you rank cases with space for at least one optical drive. Many of us rip discs and so use an optical drive.

@ScatterVolt Жыл бұрын

Fractal Pop Air or Pop Air Mini is your case

@Gameboy_0998 Жыл бұрын

I'm very much happy with my Adata Xpg Starker Air. Only ₹5000. Approx $60. Great build quality. Grommets on every pass through. Even have vertical Gpu mount.

@junkpaintbunny 10 ай бұрын

Thank god I live 30 mins from a micro center, I just got the lian li 205m for a new build and I love it so far!!

@Howlsowls 5 ай бұрын

I like the q300L and have liked for a long time before I got it. Its a very minimalistic look and it doesnt look outdated at all. Problem is... it overheats a lot without fans and the ventilation holes are small, but without the dust filters it performs nice

@NC-jy3wg Жыл бұрын

I hear what you are saying about ranking videos. They're everywhere. That said, this one is needed. Most of us can pick a motherboard, a cpu, a gpu, but I struggle with cases because they are not usually benchmarks. Or someone say don't get this, get that.... AND.... its out of stock lol

@steventran1858 Жыл бұрын

What do you think about Fractal Design Pop Mini Air? Or the Silverstone Precision PS15 PRO ARGB (I know it's a bit old). I want to get a small matx case and those are two of the ones available at my nearest computer store in Canada. I also would love to get the Asus Prime AP201, but I'm not sure about the fan/cooling situation with the PSU in the front. Also there are none in stock currently but I could try to wait for the AP201. Thanks for the video!

@kllause6681 3 ай бұрын

me watching this video after buying a Q300L on amazon for 40 bux:

@BeehiveWuzHere 3 ай бұрын

Tell me how it is it looks like a great case

@ITX-EcoClass Жыл бұрын

Appreciate all the effort you put into this list! I'm not too sure I agree with the criteria for what makes a great budget case, however - so long as the air flow is good, and the price is cheap, then I'm not much concerned with how dated the aesthetics are.

@erdnamozzarella8800 Жыл бұрын

I really needed this

@captpootis8495 6 ай бұрын

Nice vid, Is it possible to do one all about Mid Tower cases? I think it would be cool to see say the nx410 compared to a 4000d or the lian li 205 mesh c.

@krustiques772 Жыл бұрын

I've got the Tecware Forge m2. Easy build but the non pwm fans are pretty loud 😢. It's mATX and looks great

@ekayn1606 Жыл бұрын

Great video! Could you possibly look into the "Zalman Z10 Duo"? I can't find any coverage on it in English.

@bfish9700 Жыл бұрын

Montech air 100 is a pretty great case. I had a pc built in it, I ended up returning it for the corsair 4000d airflow. After living with the Corsair, I'm swapping to the AP201.

@LibertyRapsher 9 ай бұрын

That's a lot of case swapping. You're swapping out cases like hard drives

@FireLeoKFBAT Жыл бұрын

What about the Fractal Design Focus G? Not the Mini mATX case, the regular ATX case. The Focus G is what I use for my desktop PC. It's $54.99 on Newegg; has lots of room for a variety of hardware; has great airflow with support for up to six case fans (and it even comes with two fans preinstalled); can be easily cleaned and dusted; has a nice display window that's made of durable plastic; and, the big one in my book, two 5.25" expansion bays--one of which can be used to install a Blu-Ray drive.

@ScatterVolt Жыл бұрын

That case is ancient. I forgot about it because it’s so old.

@cowboybenbop Жыл бұрын

totally agree about the h15 got mine for 60 blk friday

@thatstreaminbdoee.7985 11 ай бұрын

Ftifst time builder here! I just went through a very bad separation from my partner of 5yr (my choice) and experienced a few traumatic trials and tribulations... Ive entered a new era in my life and i can finally build my PC I've been wanting to do so for 3yrs now! The Lian Li 205 in pink is on my list for my case- so glad its ranked so well 🥳 I h

@peepeepoopoo2973 Жыл бұрын

been watching your videos/content more often recently, really enjoying and appreciating the tierlist videos very informative and entertaining, especially since we don't usually get the chance to work with certain components and can only guesstimate how it performs (especially when it comes to GPUs) keep up the good work

@Axeiaa Жыл бұрын

It's nice that after some complaining (mainly Gamers Nexus?) thankfully a lot of cases are back to adding ventilation at the front. Think I'd be tempted to go for that DeepCool CH370, I've got some fans about and I like the aesthetic. Or so was my line of thought until you pulled out that ASUS AP201, bottom-top airflow like the good old SilverStone Raven cases and a very simple exterior that would fit in anywhere. How have I not heard of this case before. There's nothing wrong with my current NR400 case but now I want to replace it. [edit] Woaw, the white version of AP201 is THOROUGHLY white. Every single one of the Internal cables is utterly white. That might actually be something my partner likes with her love for white PC gear.

@Xcerft Жыл бұрын

Looking forward to midrange case tierlist. Great video.

@Galaticat117 Жыл бұрын

Would you consider doing a best mid/high range (600-900) gpu video?

@kealdeca582 Жыл бұрын

I really like the design of h5 flow, if the case is not that overpriced, what case do you think is better in terms of temps? The Lianli or h5 flow?

@thomask1424 Жыл бұрын

I just used the Gamermax case, surprisingly easy to build in even with a full-sized PSU.

@devacto-ch 9 ай бұрын

thanks for good video, i wonder why CM q300L v2 not include in this video, and what do you think of this. Since q300L already in this video im in comparison with asus ap210, CH370, and this q300L v2 after see your video, what do you think

@CapitanFALCON809 8 ай бұрын

Im exactly at the same spot

@chrislincoln9253 Жыл бұрын

I just built in a DIYPC-ARGB-Q3 and it looks like a much higher end case than it is. Currently $59.93 on newegg.

@LibertyRapsher 9 ай бұрын

It seems like every computer techie on KZfaq in the last few months has been doing a build in this case. I'm surprised he didn't review it given how it's been trending. I'm not entirely sold on it and I'm a little baffled why it's been so popular. I guess it's the appearance that people like?

@jordanlaine7412 10 ай бұрын

This is exactly what I needed. My Asrock x470 mobo is dying and wanted to get off the ITX platform without paying $200+ for a full tower, Phanteks G300A is going to be a great case for my needs!

@ScatterVolt 10 ай бұрын

Consider the AP201 if you want something small but still traditional. I love mine.

@jordanlaine7412 10 ай бұрын

@@ScatterVolt I need the space but cant full send on a full tower atm.

@clinged2711 Жыл бұрын

Can you do a psu tier list for budget builds or have you already?

@wifisimon Жыл бұрын

I'm glad I ordered the G300A and, I got it from my local computer store, and it was on a sale (50% off) I got it for 35$ WHICH IS GREAT

@alohahoward1 6 ай бұрын

very few cases have usb type c connector on the front panel. I dislike putting the power supply up front since you have to run a power cable from the back to the front. Thanks for your tier lists, it helps to avoid some lemons.

@Arkangel0187 11 ай бұрын

How would you rank the Vetroo M03 with 4 argb fans for $80? The one you have here just has the one fan, but there's an option for +3 nice looking fans. Maybe top A tier or even S tier?

@hadespanda4572 10 ай бұрын

Deepcool CC560. An underrated gem

@KaBlooey631 4 ай бұрын

facts

@avayafpv Жыл бұрын

some one like me who always dream for new pc these video gives me guts to work harder and save more

@zeebpc 4 ай бұрын

okay, you have convinced me to upgrade from my lousy D tier Aerocool Cyclon to the Gamdias Apollo. my Aerocool is so bad. I take the side panel off, or front part, and my temps improve 20c!!!

@ScatterVolt 4 ай бұрын

I tried to warn everyone about that case but some KZfaqrs decided to push it anyways into their videos because it was cheap 😅

@thegrnranger4205 11 күн бұрын

Just built my mom a new pc in the Nova Mesh M RGB and can 100% vouch for it. Absolutely amazing case.

@denzopaolopalgue9890 Жыл бұрын

Tecware makes good budget cases too. I like the Tecware Flatline as well as Nexus Air M2.

@BladeCrew 8 ай бұрын

I ordered the Montech air 100 lite for 37 dollar brand new, got my at wootware, they got new shipments(South Africa). This case is cheaper than the one you showed me, the micro center one is 60 dollar and this one that I ordered is 37 dollars(with tax included).

@user-nd7rg5er5g 9 ай бұрын

Can i ask what rgb fans were used in the silverstone fara h1m case build at 15:09? They are utterly lovely!

@akmarksman 9 ай бұрын

I built a system using the Fractal Design Focus G Mini. Great case for less than $60.

@pr1nce869 9 ай бұрын

i'd like to see a video on the CoolerMaster CMP 520/520L, i think they are really good for their price

@elvingmusic Жыл бұрын

I just managed to buy a band new g360a for 80 dollars. Now that's some good value

@lylahsworld3930 Жыл бұрын

I need some help here, I am buying a case, and I really like the look of the deep cool ch370, but it is micro atx, is there an atx version of the case with the same front mesh design? Thanks in advance

@ericadventures5045 6 ай бұрын

I like the q300L especially as someone who doesn’t care abt appearance. But yeah it’s price goin up is kinda wild

@actualvein9116 Жыл бұрын

It's a pity that the DIYPC ARGB-Q3 is not on the list

@amkar724 Жыл бұрын

what laptop are u using? Never seen "Gram" laptops?

@niladrisarkar1472 2 ай бұрын

How good is the MSI mag foge 120A airflow? It has mesh front with 6 pre-installed fans. Fans are fixed rgb.

@LucasAlves-ht2js Жыл бұрын

please review the darkflash a290 mesh, its a pc case no one talks about and im thinking about buying it

@Jbarca107 Жыл бұрын

Can you please make a review on the DIYPC ARGB-Q3-W Case

@curllu Ай бұрын

Which out of the 2 cases should I get if they are the exact same price: antec cx 200m or antec nx 200m (rgb versions)

@misohero449 Жыл бұрын

Nice video🎉❤😊

@UNIX32 10 ай бұрын

I wish they'd bring back 5.25 and 3.5 drive bays for floppy and DVD drives.

@boongoor632 Жыл бұрын

If i'm not fancy about RGBs, just some cool black cases and not so tall, which one do you think is the best? Thank you

@ScatterVolt Жыл бұрын

The RGB can be turned off

@Cam_5575 20 сағат бұрын

is the MasterBox a decent deal at $40? Im on a pretty tight budget.

@BANE-1603 11 ай бұрын

Deepcool ch370 needs more love, it has good airflow,build quality, design. only thing its missing is rgb fans but for 60 bucks its a excellent case

@taomahNEGEV 2 ай бұрын

What a shame you're missing the Montech Air 903 Max and the Endorfy Arx 500 Air. They both kick arse.

@Joh-Jon Жыл бұрын

More TIER list video pls we love tire list

@Hunter_Macer Жыл бұрын

How about the Tecware Forge M case is it a good case?

@JohnD0h_IT Жыл бұрын

Hi, Just asking, what do you think of the Q300L if I can get it at 49$? I don't want to put more that 50$ for a case, I don't care about that you can see the PSU. I just want a good, small case, and I don't give a (&%$ to the RGB things! It's only gonna be a I3 or I5 with a twin 3060 in it. Thanks for all your great video btw!

@ScatterVolt Жыл бұрын

Not worth it. It deserves the ranking it got for this video.

@richvicpan Жыл бұрын

Opinion on the Zalman S2?

@ionakiddo 11 ай бұрын

love my Montech case

@pikkepootis 3 ай бұрын

For my upgrade I got an Antec AX20 Elite which has been perfect so far, I dont live in the US and putting my currency into dollars it costed me 25USD brand new. It came with 4 pre installed rgb fans, it has a great front mesh panel and glass on the side. The only thing I dont like about it was the cable management space.

@jasonhenninger8220 Жыл бұрын

Antec DP503/505, Cougar Duoface Pro/Airface Pro, Deepcool GK560?. Many new MBs have connections for front USB-C gen3.2 2 (some gen 3.2 2x2)

@havochowl6766 Жыл бұрын

Try some cougar chassis, they have kinda meh airflow but their cases are so heavy

@hornsteinhof7592 8 ай бұрын

Notnsure if i agree with most of the list 😅 Many of the cases have those flimsy mesh sheet dust filters for the PSU and pci slot covers which need to be broken out - both a big minus in build quality. The g300a is great, but has issues with front USB (the cutout is too narrow for flash drives). Many of these cases do not have perforated PSU shrouds, so most of the bottom fans air will only cause turbulence inside the case and not contribute to GPU cooling. I also dont see how cases lik the CH370 or the AP201 fall short in comparison to the Nova Mesh. They are both more feature complete and offer better built quality (despite inhavent built in the matx nova mesh, but only in the atx version)

@scottlindey1180 5 ай бұрын

Zalman Z7 NEO ATX Mid Tower Case comes with 4 ARGB fans with controller for $78

@ethanpisel Жыл бұрын

Apevia prodigy for $75 is a pretty nice case

@marley_sr Жыл бұрын

two possible to list, SilverStone ps15 and Sama im01

@MrGetemGone 10 ай бұрын

Now I think I have buyers remorse a little for buying that Antec NX200M case last month from Newegg I mean it was on sale for 48 dollars was it a bad move? I don't have any plans on adding a big GPU in my system so that's not a concern to me since I'm not a content creator or hardcore PC gamer.